Wollstonecraft crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
134 recorded in this period, compared with 119 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Wollstonecraft
Wollstonecraft is a leafy, affluent harbourside suburb located on the lower North Shore of Sydney, New South Wales, within the North Sydney Council local government area. Situated on a peninsula extending into Sydney Harbour, it is bounded by the suburbs of Crows Nest, St Leonards, and Waverton. The area is characterized by a topography of steep, verdant slopes leading down to the water, offering significant views of the harbour. Demographically, the suburb is home to a high proportion of professional households, reflected in its mix of historic Victorian-era residences, interwar dwellings, and contemporary apartment developments.
The suburb is primarily residential, offering a quiet, suburban atmosphere while remaining well-connected to the Sydney central business district via the T1 North Shore Line at Wollstonecraft railway station. Local amenities include several harbourside parks, such as Berry Island Reserve and Badangi Reserve, which provide bushwalking trails and recreational green space. Historically, the area was named after Edward Wollstonecraft, a merchant and pastoralist who was granted land there in the early 19th century. Many heritage-listed sites remain, including distinctive stone cottages and early colonial estates, which contribute to the suburb's preserved character amidst modern development.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 15 | 19 |
| Malicious damage to property | 15 | 18 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 14 | 10 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 11 | 4 |
| Steal from dwelling | 11 | 10 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 10 | 5 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 10 | 7 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 8 | 6 |
| Other theft | 7 | 7 |
| Sexual assault | 5 | 3 |
| Trespass | 5 | 3 |
| Transport regulatory offences | 4 | 2 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 3 | 6 |
| Other offences | 3 | 0 |
| Criminal intent | 2 | 1 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 2 | 1 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 2 | 2 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 4 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 8,115 residents. This is not a current population estimate.
Sources and interpretation
These are police-recorded incident or victim counts, not every unreported incident or a prediction of personal safety. Percentage changes are not tests of statistical significance; small counts need particular care.